Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

Chapter 168 A Bank Card

Eileen was in her room, secretly sketching. She had to do it covertly as her father

disapproved. She locked the door to ensure her privacy.

After half an hour of drawing, a sudden knock on the door startled Eileen. She quickly put away her sketchbook and went to answer it.

Seeing the person outside, Eileen asked coldly, “What do you want?”

Eric told her, “Come down for dinner.”

Eileen replied. “Got it, I’ll change my clothes and come down.”

Just as she was about to close the door, something blocked it. Eileen saw a foot wedged in the door

gap. “What are you trying to do?” she asked.

“Won’t you invite me in?” he asked with a smirk.

“You’re crazy. It’s time for dinner. Why would you want to come in?”

Seeing his intense gaze. Eileen felt uneasy but reluctantly said, “Fine, do as you wish.”

Releasing her grip on the doorknob, she turned around and went to the wardrobe. Taking our her usual cashmere long skirt, she put it on along with leggings since the house was heated. It wouldn’t be too cold. She walked into the bathroom to change. She didn’t forget to tie her long hair into a bun with a ha

tie, letting a few strands fall around her ears.

Eric sat at his desk, tapping his leg rhythmically. There was a workbook on his lap, and he was flipping through it, page by page.

Seeing him so engrossed, she secretly rolled her eyes. She couldn’t understand what was so interesting about it, thinking he was just pretending.

Today, Eric wore a light-colored sweater, exuding a mature aura. His well-defined facial features were cold and stern, with a touch of masculinity. His eyes were like deep black holes. hiding countless secrets.

People like him were skilled at concealing their hypocrisy and desires.

In the capital circle, Eileen had attended gatherings before and met handsome men, including professional models and somewhat famous actors.

Compared to them, Eric was not outstanding, but he had a unique temperament.

locked eyes

one could tell that he had experienced

surpassed many others. In his presence, people unconsciously felt inferior.

mere presence could send shivers down one’s

remained calm and composed, handling everything with case

and was extremely dangerous, they were still eager to be with him.

was one of them.

who had been with Eric in her past life found it difficult to break free once entangled

life, before Vera got into trouble, Eileen rarely saw many women around him, except for Lilian, whom she had encountered

should be his

He must know about it.

upset now that his girlfriend

was ruthless, never allowing anything to disturb his composure. He always handled things

was daydreaming about. Suddenly, Eileen’s fingers loosened,

she reached for the earrings, but instead of giving them to

froze in place, not daring

so engrossed.” Eric stood beside her, his tall figure shielding her from the glaring

“It’s nothing.”

“The other one…”

need, I can do it myself. I’ll go down first.”

Vera’s voice echoed as she quickly appeared at the door. “Eric, you’re so slow! I’m already done.

eat!”

never been to Eileen’s room before and curiously looked

I just need to

shoe rack, slipping on a pair of flat Blake cashmere

on the couch in the hall. Several monetary gift envelopes were placed on the tea

the New Year, Eileen had to greet Will in

rules when facing Eric, but he was strict with Eileen.

As for Vera…

wasn’t adopted by Will but was still part of the family. Therefore, she wasn’t obligated to follow the Swan family’s rules.

“I wish you good health and happiness in the

up!” Will handed over

it with both hands. The weight inside indicated there was at least ten thousand. “Thank you, Father.”

Eric took out another envelope from his suit pocket. “This is

need. Father has already given me money. Eric, it’s not easy for you to

given Vera hers.”

glanced at

and said, “Accept it.

take the envelope, but Eric didn’t release his grip on it. “What about your blessings?”

eyebrows slightly. “May you live